Twelve Lessons From Good Dogs For Growing Hearts

What can a Golden Retriever teach us about enthusiasm? How does a rescue dog show us what trust really means? Can a loyal mutt help us understand faithfulness?

Paws and Reflect invites teenagers on a journey of discovery through twelve simple stories about dogs who naturally embody the qualities we all want to develop: joy, loyalty, courage, humility, and hope.

This isn’t your typical book. These are real observations about real dogs (names changed for privacy) who somehow seem to understand what it means to live well. From Max the puppy who greets every morning like Christmas, to Pepper the anxious rescue learning to trust again, to Buddy the faithful mutt who shows up every single day… these good dogs point us toward profound truths about our good God.

Perfect for:

  • High school students navigating friendships, identity, and faith
  • Youth groups looking for engaging discussion material
  • Anyone who loves dogs and wants to grow spiritually
  • Teens feeling overwhelmed by life’s complexities

What makes this book different:

  • Written specifically for teenagers in accessible, conversational language
  • The authors walk alongside readers as fellow learners
  • Combines lighthearted dog stories with deeper life lessons and biblical truth

Each lesson follows the same encouraging pattern: an engaging dog story, practical life application, biblical wisdom, and gentle challenges for daily living. There is no preaching or complicated theology. Just simple reminders that the most important things in life aren’t actually that complicated.

If you’ve ever wondered how to wake up with enthusiasm, build real friendships, practice generosity, trust again after being hurt, or simply live with more joy and purpose, these good dogs have something to teach you.

Available on Amazon.